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Haas evaluates drivers at Portimão as Ocon's future remains uncertain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Haas evaluates drivers at Portimão as Ocon's future remains uncertain

Summary

Haas is conducting driver assessments at Portimão from August 28-30 as part of its preparations for the 2027 Formula 1 driver market. The team is focused on potential replacements for Esteban Ocon, who may face an uncertain future with Haas. Candidates include McLaren reserve Leonardo Fornaroli, Ferrari prospect Rafael Câmara, and Toyota-backed Ryo Hirakawa. Haas is exploring its options ahead of an increasingly competitive driver lineup for the upcoming season. The outcome of this test could influence team dynamics and driver partnerships moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Haas tests candidates at Portimão from August 28 to 30
•Esteban Ocon's future with the team is uncertain
•Candidates include Fornaroli, Câmara, and Hirakawa
•Haas aims to evaluate emerging talent against established drivers
•Ferrari supports Câmara's potential move to F1

Latest Updates

7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Questions over Ocon's F1 future as Haas put replacement plans into motion with Portimão audition test

What they're saying

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Haas has stepped up its preparations for the 2027 Formula 1 driver market by organising a key Testing of Previous Cars programme at Portimão, with several highly rated candidates being assessed as the team weighs up Esteban Ocon’s future. GPBlog reported, Haas has rented the Portuguese circuit from Wednesday to Friday for a series of evaluations.
— Yahoo Sports

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